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1. Unfortunately, the statue of #ThomasJefferson that celebrates him for the #DeclarationOfIndependence & religious liberty will be removed from #NewYork #CityHall.
Here's why it should stay (or at least be displayed prominently elsewhere)
nytimes.com/2021/10/18/nyr…
Here's why it should stay (or at least be displayed prominently elsewhere)
nytimes.com/2021/10/18/nyr…
2. Historical context matters. This is not like Confederate statues put up to celebrate the Lost Cause, racism, or slavery.
It is to commemorate the equality of the Declaration of Independence.
While not perfect equality, it was a tremendous step forward in world history.
It is to commemorate the equality of the Declaration of Independence.
While not perfect equality, it was a tremendous step forward in world history.
